Job Title:	US Worship & Arts Specialist
Department:	10 Months/PT - Stipend (approximately 5 hours on site a week)
Reports To:	US Divisional Principal
FLSA Status:	Exempt

 

Position Summary: The Worship & Arts Specialist provides visionary leadership, spiritual mentorship, and musical guidance for the Legacy Upper School worship arts team. Blending musical excellence with a heart for discipleship, this role helps students deepen their faith while developing their creative and performance skills.

 

In partnership with the Upper School Principal, Chapel Coordinator, and audio/visual production team, the Worship & Arts Specialist cultivates an environment where students are equipped and encouraged to lead worship with excellence, humility, and joy.

 

In addition to mentoring worship leaders, this position is responsible for designing and delivering dynamic, Christ-centered instruction in worship leadership, music theory, and vocal/instrumental performance for high school students. Above all, the Worship & Arts Specialist will advance the mission of Legacy Christian Academy by inspiring and preparing the next generation of leaders through the seamless integration of Christian faith and learning.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Passionate follower of Jesus Christ, with a life that reflects ongoing spiritual growth.
• Experienced in worship leadership (vocals, instruments, production) and student discipleship.
• Relational, approachable, and able to mentor high school students with wisdom and care.
• Skilled in basic audio/visual systems (training available if needed).
• Organized and proactive, with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Creative and collaborative spirit, excited to foster a vibrant worship culture within the school community.

 

Spiritual Leadership and Discipleship

• Model an active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Cultivate a heart of worship and servant leadership among student team members.
• Lead devotionals, prayer times, and spiritual conversations as part of team culture with our student worship team.

Student Mentorship and Development

• Mentor and coach students in musical excellence, leadership skills, and creative expression.
• Provide individualized feedback and encouragement to help students grow in their roles.
• Empower student leaders to help plan and execute chapel & worship services.

Worship Planning and Preparation

• A proven track record of supporting worship teams and specific experience with high school-age students. 
• Collaborate with the Chapel Coordinator, US principal, and student leaders to organize chapel worship services.
• Lead rehearsals, guiding students in musical and technical preparation.
• Support song selection, arrangements, and creative elements aligned with the school’s spiritual goals.

Production and Technical Support

• Support the technical aspects of worship gatherings, including sound, media, lighting, and staging, in alignment with other support staff.
• Ensure worship environments are set up, executed, and maintained with excellence.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Maintain regular communication with students, parents (as needed), and school leadership.
• Manage scheduling for rehearsals and chapels in coordination with the school calendar.
• Steward worship equipment, technology, and resources responsibly.
• Conduct auditions in the Spring and ongoing as needed for worship team members each school year.
• Willingness to differentiate between on-level, honors, and advanced worship arts students and ability to assess mastery and skills for a grade.

CORE VALUES:  Legacy Christian Academy affirms these essential beliefs and strives to honor and uphold them in all aspects of school life.

• Pursuit of Truth.   We affirm “all truth is God’s truth” through a liberal arts education that fosters a love for learning and a desire for wisdom.  (John 8:32:  and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free)
• Primacy of Scripture.   We teach all subjects from a biblical worldview and we apply the truth and authority of biblical principles in all situations.  (2 Timothy 3:16-17:  All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.)
• Imago Dei.  We respect all people as individuals created in the image of God and we celebrate the diversity of gifts and callings. (Genesis 1:26:  Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.)
• Covenant relationships.  We build relationships that foster mutual support, respect, and a commitment to promote the welfare of others.  (Philippians 2:3-4: Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.  Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others
•   We, as Christ-followers, are committed to a life of virtue and acting as agents in God’s plan of restoration.  (Matthew 16:24:  Then Jesus told his disciples, if anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.)
• Servant-leadership.   We provide opportunities to serve one another, our community, and our world.  (Matthew 20:26-28:  But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.)

 

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the competencies as noted in Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Communications - Exhibit good listening and comprehension. Effectively express ideas and thoughts in written form. Effectively express ideas and thoughts verbally. Keep others adequately informed. Select and use appropriate communication methods.

Student/Staff Support - Display courtesy and sensitivity. Meet commitments. Respond promptly and solicit feedback to improve support.

Dependability - Commit to doing the best job possible. Follow instruction. Keep commitments. Meet attendance and punctuality guidelines. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Take responsibility for own actions.

Planning & Organization - Integrate changes smoothly. Plan for additional resources. Prioritize and plan work activities. Set goals and objectives. Use time efficiently. Work in an organized manner.

Use of Technology - Adapt to new technologies. Demonstrate required skills. Keep technical skills up to date. Troubleshoot technological problems. Use technology to increase productivity.

 

Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience: A bachelor’s degree in worship arts, music ministry, or a related field

 

Language Ability:

Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral expression; ability to relate effectively with trustees, school personnel, parents, students, and other school constituent groups and individuals; ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of students, staff.

 

Reasoning Ability:

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

Computer Skills:

Be adept with school management software and basic office software.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• No

 

Expectations

• acknowledge Christ as Savior and support the school’s Core Values, Statement of Faith, Lifestyle Statement, and Moral Integrity Statement;
• be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions towards others. This includes being committed to God’s Biblical standards for sexual conduct (Luke 6:40).
• possess evidence of competence in area of instruction, or other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by the school administrator;
• have a working knowledge of and follow LCA’s Employee Handbook, Parent & Student Handbook.
• sign and live by the school’s Lifestyle Statement and Moral Integrity Statement as a condition for employment and continued employment in this ministry;
• maintain confidentiality in the operation of the classroom and the school;
• refrain from unwholesome talk, including profanity, slang (language widely used and accepted, but not appropriate for godliness) or jokes that may be offensive;
• place his/her school ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities; and
• maintain a personal appearance that models cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.